The Guide to the Scriptures

Gift of the Holy Ghost

It is the right of every worthy baptized member of the Church to have the constant influence of the Holy Ghost. Following a person’s baptism into the true Church of Jesus Christ, he receives the gift of the Holy Ghost by the laying on of hands from one who has the proper authority (Acts 8:12–25; Moro. 2:1–3; D&C 39:23). Receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost is often spoken of as a baptism by fire (Matt. 3:11; D&C 19:31).

Men are commanded to repent, be baptized, and receive the gift of the Holy Ghost:Acts 2:38;

Peter and John conferred the gift of the Holy Ghost by the laying on of hands:Acts 8:14–22;